Asheley

English

"dweller near the ash tree meadow"

Asheley Origin and Meaning

The name Asheley is a boy's name.

Asheley represents a masculine variation of the more commonly feminine name Ashley. Originally an Old English surname derived from "ash" and "leah" meaning "clearing or meadow with ash trees," Ashley was historically a male name before transitioning to predominantly feminine usage in the 20th century. This particular spelling with an extra 'e' is quite uncommon for any gender. For boys, Asheley preserves the name's original masculine heritage while the altered spelling creates distinction from the feminine association many now have with Ashley. The name carries woodland imagery and connection to nature. While extremely rare as a given name for boys in contemporary usage, it might appeal to parents seeking to reclaim the name's masculine origins while providing a subtle spelling difference that acknowledges its complex gender history.